Wise, intelligent, or bright
Akeela is a variant of the Arabic name Aqila, which is the feminine form of Aqil. It carries the connotation of being discerning, sensible, and possessing great intellect. While rare in the United States, it gained some cultural recognition through the 2006 film 'Akeelah and the Bee'.
Fewer than 5 girls were named Akeela in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The young spelling bee protagonist · Akeelah and the Bee
